As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Verification Engineer in San Francisco, CA is $90,619, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,743 weekly, or $7,552 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Verification Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Verification Engineer in San Francisco, CA vary widely, spanning from $75,120 to $106,380. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,506) and 75th percentile ($98,869), while top earners (90th percentile) make $106,380 per year. This $16,363 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Civil Engineering, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, San Francisco Verification Engineer often earn 13.2% higher than national averages. However, San Francisco currently ranks 5 statewide for Verification Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Verification Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $75,120 San Francisco, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $82,506 San Francisco, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $90,619 San Francisco, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $98,869 San Francisco, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Verification Engineer Salary $106,380 San Francisco, CA April 01, 2026
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    Verification Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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